Big record! Abhishek Sharma achieves what 112 batters couldn't against Rashid Khan
Abhishek Sharma delivered a record-breaking performance against Rashid Khan, scoring 82 off 32 balls to lead India to a T20I victory over Afghanistan. His partnership with Ishan Kishan set a new scoring rate record for a 100-plus run stand in T20Is.
Why it matters
The performance highlights a significant statistical shift in how top-tier batters are handling elite spin bowling in international cricket.
Abhishek Sharma produced a stunning batting performance against Afghanistan in the first T20I at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday. His 82 off 32 balls helped India chase down 157 in just 13.4 overs and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. But Abhishek's assault also produced a remarkable record against Rashid Khan. A total of 113 batters have faced at least 30 balls from Rashid in T20 cricket in matches where ball-by-ball data is available. Abhishek's strike rate of 234.88 against Rashid, with 101 runs from 43 balls, is the highest among all 113 batters.
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